2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Avantissimo | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
